The economy of the Québec City metropolitan region thrives on dynamic business sectors and a vibrant business community, with research centers that combine science and expertise for a true economic powerhouse.

With a state-of-the-art expertise in biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, natural health products (cosmeceuticals and nutraceuticals), medical technologies and information technologies related to health, the Québec City metropolitan region is ideally positioned for a growing market.

Food and Nutrition

The Food and Nutrition sector is a cutting-edge industry that contributes to the economic growth of the Québec City area. The ingenuity of its entrepreneurs has allowed it to stand out in national and international markets. Its numerous research and training centres have made the Québec City area a nexus for innovation in the food and nutrition sector.

Insurance and financial services

With 10 insurance company head offices, the Québec City metropolitan region is the number 2 hub for the Canadian insurance industry. This rapidly growing sector plays a significant role in the regional economy, with CDN $6,1 billion in revenues.

Green and Smart Building

Positioned as the construction industry’s niche of the future, the green and smart building market is growing by leaps and bounds worldwide. The Quebec City region has earned an enviable position by focusing on entrepreneurial expertise and ingenuity.

Value-added materials and transportation equipment

Encompassing manufacturers of products made out of wood, metal, rubber, plastics and composite materials, as well as machinery and transportation equipment manufacturers, the industry is solidly positioned in Quebec City's regional economy.

Québec City offers all the amenities of a megacity, with none of the drawbacks.
This fact led us to the development of “the Québec City area, it’s simple”: a summary of the area’s competitive advantages combined with its unique personality.

The Québec City area, it's simple

Québec City offers all the amenities of a megacity, with none of the drawbacks.
This fact led us to the development of “the Québec City area, it’s simple”: a summary of the area’s competitive advantages combined with its unique personality.

Never alone

A dynamic economy, low operating costs, strong industrial diversity and examples of unprecedented collaborations.
See why, in the Québec City area, you’ll never be alone because collaboration and mutual aid are deeply embedded in our DNA.

Sharp minds

A specialized workforce, respected educational institutions, R&D at its best and innovative ecosystems.
Discover why, in the Québec City area, you’ll find talented people with sharp minds who are eager to help propel your ideas to a whole new level.

Ambition without pretence

Crowning achievements, the status of provincial capital and heritage city growing entrepreneurship and ground-breaking companies.
See why, in the Québec City area, you’ll benefit from an environment that advocates ambition without pretence, knowing that the key to pushing back boundaries is collective effort.

All inclusive

Transportation infrastructures, exports, foreign subsidiaries and international immigration.
Explore why, in the Québec City area, you’ll find the perfect example of an all-inclusive, a region that is both a much sought-after, welcoming place and a wonderful springboard to world markets.

Happiness made easy

A low cost of living, quality healthcare and education systems, thriving cultural and sports scenes and a way of doing business differently.
Learn how the Québec City area offers an outstanding living environment where happiness is therefore made easy and within everyone’s reach.

Our services

As an economic development agency, Québec International offers a full slate of services to help companies in the Québec City metropolitan region compete on international markets. The agency also provides support services for foreign investors and foreign subsidiaries of companies established on its territory.

As an economic development agency, Québec International offers a full slate of services to help companies in the Québec City metropolitan region compete on international markets. The agency also provides support services for foreign investors and foreign subsidiaries of companies established on its territory.

Trade and market development

Québec International offers support programs to help companies conquer new markets and establish effective marketing strategies. The agency helps companies develop business connections in target markets with consulting, referral and information services and activities ranging from training to international trade missions.

Technology entrepreneurship and funding

Québec International offers technology entrepreneurs a full slate of support services aimed at fostering growth and facilitating access to funding. Technology entrepreneurs benefit from coaching, mentoring and referral, funding roundtables, fast-track growth program, business competition and professional development—all to support technology businesses in the Québec City metropolitan region.

Attracting qualified foreign workers

strategic initiatives to help companies recruit skilled foreign workers. Services include international recruitment missions, agreements with foreign recruitment firms, personalized consulting service and a referral and information service with specialists in international mobility.

Support for investors and subsidiaries

Québec International helps foreign investors with start-ups or with expanding previously existing subsidiaries in the Québec City metropolitan region. Subsidiary managers receive assistance from experts dedicated to fostering the growth and development of their businesses.